Sandusky County Jail

To search for an inmate in the Sandusky County Jail, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 419-332-2613 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Sandusky County Criminal Court Cases online, as well as cases in every other county in Ohio.

Sandusky County Jail Inmate Search

The Sandusky County Jail maintains an average of 198 offenders in custody on any given day. The Sandusky County Jail has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Sandusky County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 4,920 offenders.

What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Sandusky County?

After an individual is apprehended and taken to Sandusky County Jail in Fremont for booking, their release options vary based on the situation:

1. They might be released without bail, on the condition they appear in court on a scheduled date.
2. They may be detained until their court appearance.
3. They may be eligible for release after posting a bail or bond.  Call 419-332-2613 for the exact bail amount.

There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.

• To post a cash bond, pay the full amount at the jail bonding window or the clerk's office by cash, cashier's check or money order; many facilities also accept cards at a lobby kiosk or through an online bond vendor for a fee, and you will need the inmate's full name and booking number (jail phone: 419-332-2613).
• A licensed bail bondsman in Sandusky County can assist with payment.
• Real property such as land or a house is accepted as collateral by many courts, provided the owner proves clear title and equity worth at least the bond, frequently twice the bond, with a deed and a current tax or appraisal value; the court that set bail signs off on it.

For more information on the bail process in Sandusky County, Ohio, visit the Sandusky County Jail Bail Information Page.

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Sandusky County Jail? What is the Schedule?

Sandusky County Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

2323 Countryside Drive
Fremont, OH 43420
419-332-2613

Schedule Video Visits online with Inmate Canteen

• On-site Visits are free.
• Visits are 30 minutes.
• Visitation schedule subject to change.
• Inmates are allowed one visit per day however the weekly limit is determined by the inmates classification.
• A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an on-site video session.
• All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Sandusky County Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Schedule Video Visits online with Inmate Canteen

• All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
• Remote visits are charged a fee of $6.95 for a 20 minute visit or $13.90 for a 40-minute visit.
• Visitation Schedule subject to change.

REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Attorneys have access to their clients during the following times:

9:00 AM - 10:00 PM

• Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
• Attorneys may call 419-332-2613 for questions or appointments.

Sandusky County Jail uses the services of Inmate Canteen for Inmate Video Visitations.

For best results use google chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on purchasing visitation services with an inmate:

Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.

• Register or Log in to your account
• Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to visit with.
• Select the Visit option.
• Follow the prompts on screen to set up a time to visit with your inmate.

How to Have Remote Video Visits with an Inmate in Sandusky County

To register and sign up for a remote visitation account with Inmate Canteen to communicate with your Sandusky County Jail inmate, follow the instructions below:

• Register and create an account with Inmate Canteen, or log in if you already have an account.
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• Inmate Canteen has excellent quality video visits between your home device and a video terminal in the inmate's housing area.
• This is a fee based service.
• After you are signed in, select Ohio, the Sandusky County Jail, thn the inmate you wish to visit.
• Select the Visit option. Follow the prompts on screen to set up a time to visit with your inmate.
• Direct link to How to set up a Video Visit with Inmate Canteen.

For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding visiting with an inmate (both at the facility and remotely) in Sandusky County, visit our full page guide. 

NOTE: All video visits are recorded and stored. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
Also, be warned that some video visits providers are collecting voice prints for a database which law enforcement agencies are building.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sandusky County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-332-2613 for further assistance.

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Sandusky County Jail?

Sandusky County Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

2323 Countryside Drive
Fremont, OH 43420
419-332-2613

Schedule Video Visits online with Inmate Canteen

• On-site Visits are free.
• Visits are 30 minutes.
• Visitation schedule subject to change.
• Inmates are allowed one visit per day however the weekly limit is determined by the inmates classification.
• A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an on-site video session.
• All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Sandusky County Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Schedule Video Visits online with Inmate Canteen

• All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
• Remote visits are charged a fee of $6.95 for a 20 minute visit or $13.90 for a 40-minute visit.
• Visitation Schedule subject to change.

REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Attorneys have access to their clients during the following times:

9:00 AM - 10:00 PM

• Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
• Attorneys may call 419-332-2613 for questions or appointments.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sandusky County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-332-2613 for further assistance.

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Sandusky County Jail?

Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
NOTE: Sandusky County Jail may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.
1. Register or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen.
2. Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
3. Select the "Purchase Items" option.
4. Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.

Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Sandusky County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Sandusky County Jail follow these steps:

• Register to create an account, or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen if you already have one.
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• Select Ohio, then Sandusky County Jail, and then the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
• Select the "Purchase Commissary Items" option.
• Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
• NOTE: Sandusky County Jail may at times only allow online deposits for your inmate to purchase their own commissary locally. 

For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Sandusky County Jail, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Sandusky County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sandusky County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-332-2613 for further assistance.

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Sandusky County Jail?

How Do Inmates in Sandusky County Jail Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in Sandusky County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:

• Sandusky County Jail uses the services of a company named Inmate Sales.
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• Register with them online or call them at 877-998-5678. 
• Agents are available M-F from 8:00 AM - 12:00 midnight EST, Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM, and speak both English & Spanish.
• Services for Sandusky County inmates and their families and friends include: Collect Calling, PIN Debit, Purchasing Calling Cards, Deposits, Messaging & Video Visitation.

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For all the information regarding phone calls with Sandusky County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sandusky County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-332-2613 for further assistance.

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Sandusky County Jail, and what can I send them?

Sandusky County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
Ask the Sandusky County Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The Sandusky County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.

Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope. 

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Sandusky County Jail
2323 Countryside Drive
Fremont, OH 43420

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Sandusky County Jail
2323 Countryside Drive
Fremont, OH 43420

Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.

Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.

Books
Ask the Sandusky County Jail whether books can be mailed in, and whether they must come straight from a publisher or retailer such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Sandusky County Jail standards will be disposed of. 
Ask the Sandusky County Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.

All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Sandusky County Jail
2323 Countryside Drive
Fremont, OH 43420

Sandusky County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Sandusky County Jail there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.

All mail is to be shipped to the Sandusky County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Sandusky County Jail
2323 Countryside Drive
Fremont, OH 43420

For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sandusky County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-332-2613 for further assistance.

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Sandusky County Jail, and what can I purchase?

Sandusky County Jail uses the services of Inmate Canteen for Online Commissary Purchases for an Inmate.

Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.

NOTE: Sandusky County Jail may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.

For best results use google chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:

• Register or Log in to your account
• Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
• Select the "Purchase Items" option
• Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Sandusky County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Sandusky County Jail follow these steps:

• Register to create an account, or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen if you already have one.
• 
• Select Ohio, then Sandusky County Jail, and then the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
• Select the "Purchase Commissary Items" option.
• Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.

For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Sandusky County Jail, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Sandusky County.

Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sandusky County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-332-2613 for further assistance.

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Sandusky County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Sandusky County

To send a secure email message to an inmate in Sandusky County Jail follow these steps:

• Register with Inmate Canteen to create an account or log in if you already have one.
• Select Ohio, then select Sandusky County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send your message to.
• Add money to your account.
• Verify your email.
• Send message.
• NOTE: All messages between you and your Sandusky County inmate will be permanently recorded and seen by the staff and could be used against your inmate in court.

For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Sandusky County Jail, the costs, rules, policies and more check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Sandusky County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sandusky County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-332-2613 for further assistance.

Do Inmates in the Sandusky County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sandusky County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-332-2613 for further assistance.

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